Veterinarians pay in Montana
In Montana, the median pay for veterinarians is $47.78 an hour ($99,390 a year). About 510 people work in this job there.
That is 24% lower than the U.S. median ($130,100). Montana ranks 46th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for veterinarians in Montana
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $24.71 | $51,390 |
| 25% of workers | $32.13 | $66,830 |
| Half of workers (median) | $47.78 | $99,390 |
| 75% of workers | $62.92 | $130,870 |
| 90% of workers | $88.07 | $183,190 |
Veterinarians pay in Montana metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Missoula | $103,380 | 50 |
| Bozeman | $97,430 | 100 |
| Billings | $93,140 | 90 |
Montana unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for veterinarians
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +9.4% over ten years, much faster than average · about 3,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Montana
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $438,850 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $38,340 |
| Registered Nurses | $85,280 |
| Pharmacists | $142,080 |
| Physical Therapists | $91,450 |
| Physician Assistants | $141,470 |
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